Cajun Salmon Alfredo

Ingredients:

For the Salmon

• 4 salmon filets (6 oz each)

• 2 tablespoons olive oil

• 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning

• Salt and pepper, to taste

• 1 lemon, sliced

For the Alfredo Sauce

• 2 tablespoons butter

• 4 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 1/2 cups heavy cream

• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese

• 1/2 teaspoon Cajun seasoning (adjust to taste)

• Salt and pepper, to taste

• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for extra heat)

• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

For the Pasta

• 12 ounces fettuccine or your pasta of choice

• Salt for pasta water

Instructions:

1. Cook the Pasta:

• Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.

• Add the pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

2. Prepare the Salmon:

• Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels.

• Rub both sides of the salmon fillets with olive oil and sprinkle with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper.

• Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the salmon fillets and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the salmon as it cooks.

• Remove the salmon from the skillet and set aside. Keep warm.

3. Prepare the Alfredo Sauce:

• In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the butter.

• Once the butter is melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute, or until fragrant.

• Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently.

• Gradually add the grated Parmesan cheese, stirring constantly until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.

• Season the sauce with Cajun seasoning, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Adjust seasoning to taste.

4. Combine Pasta and Sauce:

• Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the Alfredo sauce.

• Toss to coat the pasta evenly with the sauce. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until the pasta is heated through and well combined with the sauce.

5. Serve:

• Divide the Alfredo pasta among serving plates.

• Top each plate with a salmon filet.

• Garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired.